I have long wanted to learn to solder but it seemed dangerous and daunting. This New Year I resolved to make it happen. I stumbled upon Beaducation.com, watched "ALL" of the metalwork videos and decided to take the leap. When I saw this kit I knew it was meant to be. The kit has everything (save butane and a fire extinguisher) so the day it arrived I was soldering! Watch the safety videos, but don't feel intimidated. You can do it.